Planning Engineer - 8/6

This role is suited to a technically skilled and proactive professional looking to shape the short and medium term future of a multi-mine gold operation. With new underground and open-pit mines coming online, and a centrally located, underutilised processing facility ramping up, this is a chance to play a critical part in integrated mine planning and development strategies.

Working closely with production, geology, and technical services teams, this position ensures alignment between long-term business objectives and actionable mine plans, contributing to safe, cost-effective, and efficient ore delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain 3-month and 12-month mining schedules for underground operations

Optimise mine designs and sequences to meet production targets and strategic objectives

Liaise with geology to ensure alignment between grade control and mining plans

Work with processing and production teams to align ore delivery with mill constraints

Conduct trade-off studies to assess mining methods, cut-off grades, and sequencing

Analyse performance data to improve forecast accuracy and planning inputs

Contribute to life-of-mine (LOM) planning and support Reserve and Resource updates

Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and site leadership

Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field

3+ years of experience in short- to medium-term planning (UG)

Proficiency with mine planning software (Deswik, Surpac, Datamine or equivalent)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental coordination

High attention to detail and a systems-based approach to planning accuracy

Working knowledge of mining regulations, safety, and environmental practices